Domestic violence and sexual assault are complex issues. Wellspring staff are available 24-hours a day to help individuals process their experience so they can determine what is right for themselves. All of our services are free and confidential.

Never hesitate to give us a call 24/7 – 518-584-8188.

An individual does not have to be physically injured to receive services from Wellspring. Our goal is not only to respond to victimization, but also to intervene to prevent future abuse.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month! “81% of parents believe teen dating violence is not an issue or admit they don’t know if it’s an issue,” (NCADV). Wellspring wants to this statistic to change. While we tend to be aware that physical abuse is not okay, there are often signs that a relationship is abusive before any physical abuse even happens, these signs are called “red flags.” A very common red flag that a partner is abusive, is an inability to control their feelings of jealousy. Jealousy is an emotion that everyone feels, but how we handle that emotion is an important factor in a healthy vs. unhealthy relationship. In unhealthy and abusive relationships, a partner may become jealous when their partner has friends of the opposite sex, hangs out with them, texts them, or even just laughs at their jokes. They may accuse that partner of cheating, or being too flirtatious. These accusations are a major red flag that the partner cannot handle their jealousy in a healthy way, and may already be or may become abusive. Another common red flag is deflecting responsibility. In an argument, both parties should be communicating their grievances, listening, and taking responsibility for their actions. The abusive partner will not take responsibility for their actions. An abusive partner will often put the blame back on their partner, and will use excuses like, “Well I only did that because you did...” They may also blame a cheating ex, an unstable family life, addiction or mental health issues for their actions. While these are difficult for a person to deal with, they are not an excuse for mistreating a partner. Resorting to blaming one of these things or their partner instead of themselves for their behavior is a red flag. These are just two of many signs that a relationship is unhealthy or abusive. For more information, check out this link www.joinonelove.org/signs-unhealthy-relationship/ or feel free to call Wellspring and speak to an advocate. It is also important to note that these are not only red flags for teen dating violence, but any and all unhealthy and abusive relationships. Wellspring cares and believes everyone deserves a healthy relationship. Unsure of how to start the conversation with your child? Want to learn more about teen relationships and what to say? Call Wellspring to speak with an advocate or find out information about attending one of our programs on teen dating violence. ... See MoreSee Less

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For nearly 40 years, Wellspring has been committed to helping survivors of relationship abuse (domestic violence) and sexual assault. What started to provide basic shelter and crisis services today has a vision of ending relationship and sexual abuse in our community.

Wellspring offers a full range of emergency, shelter, and community services, none of which are influenced in any manner in regards to age, race, creed, color, national origin, marital status, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, or any other protected class. All of our services and free and confidential.

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